Final Score: Heat 118 - Pistons 112
Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET

Heat @ Pistons

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Heat
18-15 Rating 1532
Form: LLWWW
Model Probability
21%
79%
Projected margin: Detroit Pistons +8.0
Pistons
25-8 Rating 1731
Form: WWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Heat Pistons
All-time wins 82 67
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average points 96.5 95.7
Last meeting 135 138

Key Season Stats

Stat Heat Pistons
Games played 33 33
Avg points scored 121.0 119.1
Avg points conceded 117.5 112.7
Win percentage 55% 76%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 87%